Venture-Scale Business Models

Business concepts designed for exponential growth potential that can reach billion-dollar valuations and transform entire industries, distinguishing them from incrementally better solutions that may be profitable but not venture-appropriate.

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Ep 47 Karen Rands—The Compassionate Capitalist: Inside Secrets to Angel and Crowdfund Investing

Ep 47 Karen Rands—The Compassionate Capitalist: Inside Secrets to Angel and Crowdfund Investing

Karen Rands, founder of the Compassionate Capitalist movement, discusses her mission to democratize angel and crowdfund investing. She shares her career journey from IBM through angel investing leadership, explains how individuals can build wealth by funding entrepreneurs aligned with their values, and introduces her new book following 'Jane's journey' into accessible startup investing through diversified portfolios including revenue-share models.

Ep25 Lisa Calhoun—Earning Every Win: Grit, Innovation, and Knowing When to Venture!

Ep25 Lisa Calhoun—Earning Every Win: Grit, Innovation, and Knowing When to Venture!

Lisa Calhoun, managing partner of Valor Ventures, discusses her journey from fourth-generation entrepreneur to leading seed-stage venture capital investments across the South. She shares insights on transformational innovation, the venture winter of recent years, and how AI is fundamentally changing software development and startup economics.

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